During my time in Vietnam, I was truly captivated by their cuisine. The way they masterfully combined ingredients to create a symphony of flavors left me in awe, from the iconic Pho to the delightful Bun Cha.
What intrigued me the most, however, was the Vietnamese approach to enjoying fruits. Their unique practice of dipping most types of fruits into chili salt, ranging from mangoes to guavas to java apples. The marriage of sweetness, tartness, saltiness, and spiciness is nothing short of magical.
So, if I could bring this delightful medley of tastes into a drink, it would be Spicy Mango Margarita. This well-balanced concoction promises a playful interplay of sweet, spicy, salty, and tart notes that dance on your palate. Trust me, this drink won’t disappoint you!
Here’s how to make Spicy Mango Margarita:
Easy Spicy Mango Margarita
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen mango chunks
- 4 oz 120 ml silver tequila
- 2 oz 60 ml triple sec
- 1 oz 30 ml fresh lime juice
- 1-2 tsp agave syrup adjust to taste
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper or jalapeño or habanero pepper adjust to spice preference
- Ice cubes
- Salt for rimming the glasses, optional
- Lime slices and chili powder for garnish
Instructions
- Run a lime wedge around the glass rim and dip it into salt. Sprinkle a bit of chili powder into the salt for an extra kick.
- In a blender, combine the mango chunks, tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, agave syrup, and jalapeño or habanero pepper.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of water and blend again until desired consistency is reached.
- Fill the prepared glasses with ice cubes.
- Pour the spicy mango margarita mixture over the ice.
- Garnish each glass with a lime slice on the rim and a sprinkle of chili powder for an extra spicy touch.
To make the Frozen Spicy Mango Margarita recipe, you just need to use frozen mango chunks instead of fresh ones.
